April 17, 2024

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54º | 3% chance of precipitation | Sunrise 5:59 a.m. | Sunset 7:29 p.m.

🌳 Meet us at the park

Boston Harbor views from LoPresti Park in East Boston

Catch views of Boston Harbor from LoPresti Park. | Photo by @mpyoung11

Whether you’re looking for a place to play with the kiddos or to decompress with some off-screen time, our city has a plethora of parks and recreational spots to enjoy.

Ready to plan your trip to the park? Grab your shades and trusty water bottle — here are some of Boston’s best:

🌊 For harbor views

Christopher Columbus Waterfront Park, 100 Atlantic Ave.
You’ll find this park between Boston’s Commercial and Long wharves, just steps away from Faneuil Hall. It’s known for the signature trellis and proximity to the waterfront.

LoPresti Park, 33 Sumner St.
Stroll along one of the walking paths by the water and drink in the Boston Harbor views. The four-acre East Boston park is also known as “North Ferry Park.”

🌱 For the nature lovers

Sunset at Olmsted Park — We have Frederick Law Olmsted to thank for so many of our green spaces.
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Photo by @tmsgreen

Arnold Arboretum, 125 Arborway
This botanical research institution and museum of trees is the oldest public arboretum in North America. Visit to learn about plants and mark your calendar for the annual “Lilac Sunday” celebration on May 12.

Back Bay Fens, 100 Park Dr.
This mix of formal and community gardens, ball fields, memorials, and historic structures is part of the Emerald Necklace Conservancy. Visit to see the Kelleher Rose Garden, and the “Victory Garden,” planted in 1941 to provide fruits and vegetables during the war.

👟 For the athletically inclined

Downes Field, 24 Highland Rd., Brookline
Located in the High Street area, this field has something for everyone, including running track, a combination turf field, and a little league field. Plus, outdoor workout equipment with an obstacle course.

Langone Park, 529-543 Commercial St.
There’s plenty to do while you drink in the waterfront views at this park — think: basketball and bocce courts, wading pools, and checkers or chess tables.

unnamed — This park is named for former Massachusetts state senator Joseph A. Langone, Jr.
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Photo by Nate Fishman via Urbnparks

Ready to visit these parks, but don’t know where to start? We’ve created this handy map so you can easily find all of these featured parks.

Plus, check out Urbnparks for even more local green spaces to explore.

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A. Walking my dog
B. Spending time with the kiddos
C. Having a picnic
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Events

Wednesday, April 17

Johnny Boy Pop Up | Wednesday, April 17 | 4-10 p.m. | Lamplighter Broadway, 284 Broadway, Cambridge | Free entry | Head to the Broadway taproom for Filipino-inspired sandwiches and local brews.
Drawing the Sword of Liberty: Lafayette’s Life and Legacies | Wednesday, April 17 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Old South Meeting House, 310 Washington St., Boston | Free | Doors will open at 6 p.m. + light snacks will be provided.

Thursday, April 18

Sherry…Sherry, Baby! - Wine Tasting | Thursday, April 18 | 5-7 p.m. | BRIX Wine Shop, Financial District, 105 Broad St., Boston | Free entry | Dive into the world of the trendy Spanish wine and learn about the diverse styles of sherry.
CWP Presents: Disney Reimagined-100th Anniversary Celebration Concert | Thursday, April 18 | 8 p.m. | Berklee Performance Center, 136 Massachusetts Ave., Boston | $12-$17 | See students showcase their reimagined takes on classic Disney melodies and original compositions inspired by Disney magic.

Friday, April 19

Charles River Cleanup | Friday, April 19-Saturday, April 20 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | Charles River Esplanade, Boston | Free, donations encouraged | The Esplanade Association will provide all the necessary equipment, including gloves, trash bags, and trash pickers while supplies last.

Saturday, April 20

Spring Into Yoga | Saturday, April 20 | 9-11 a.m. | Burro Bar, 1357 Washington St., Boston | $22 | Flow with a 45-minute vinyasa flow yoga class and stay after for a tequila sunrise or a mocktail.

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News Notes

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$171 million. The Back Bay Hilton Hotel at 40 Dalton St. has been sold for that amount to New York’s Certares Management and California’s Belcourt Capital Partners. The owners aren’t looking to change hotel management, but are planning to conduct significant cosmetic renovations to the 390-room hotel. (Boston Globe)

Sports

Planning to catch the New England Revolution’s home game against Inter Miami CF on Saturday, April 27? With record attendance for this match expected, the MBTA Commuter Rail will offer $10 round-trip tickets from Boston to Foxboro. Sales begin today at 11 a.m.

Concert

Shakira has announced the dates for her “Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran World Tour,” which will be coming to TD Garden on Sunday, Dec. 8. General tickets go on sale on Monday, April 22.

Plan Ahead

April 24 is Right Whale Day and to mark the occasion, the New England Aquarium will be offering programs and events all day on the highly endangered whale species. The festivities will kick off at 11 a.m. with a presentation on right whale research and conservation efforts.

Drink

The Legacy Place outpost of Caffè Nero is bringing more Italian culture to patrons. Banding together with the owners of wine outfit Alileo, through the “Coffee Wine Experience,” visitors can enjoy coffee in the morning and an adult beverage in the evening. (CBS Boston)

State

Northampton has made Money’s list of “Best Places to Live” for 2024. Communities were chosen based on several categories, including economic opportunities and small business vibrance. It’s the only town in Massachusetts on this list, but New England was well-represented with Milford, CT; Pawtucket, RI; and Portland, ME each landing a spot. (MassLive)

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
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